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Kelvin

   
  

The SI base unit of temperature.

 
  

Kelvin Temperature Scale

   
  

See absolute temperature scale.

 
  

Ketones

   
  

Compounds with a carbonyl functional group and the general formula RR’CO, where R and R’ are alkyl and/or aromatic groups.

 
  

Kinetic Energy

   
  

Energy available because of the motion of an object.